Mental Capacity Act – Sections 5b & 6a – Test

Raymond is 68 years old. He lives in Dorset. Due to his medical condition, he believes that in future he will lack the capacity to make his own decisions. With that in mind, Raymond decides to formally appoint one or more people to look after his health, welfare, and/or financial decisions.

Which of the following powers and bodies that support the Mental Health Capacity Act would allow Raymond to do this?  [One correct answer] 

Mental Health Capacity Act is supported by a few powers and bodies. Of those, whose role is it to protect people who lack capacity from any form of abuse, whether it be physical, emotional, or sexual?  [One correct answer] 

The Mental Capacity Act (MCA) created a new court and a new public official to protect people who lack capacity, and to supervise those making decisions on their behalf.

What is the name given to this court?  [One correct answer] 

What is the name given to the legislative safeguard for people who lack capacity to make certain significant decision?  [One correct answer] 

What provides a guidance to anyone who is working with, or caring for, adults who may lack the capacity to make certain decisions?  [One correct answer] 

The Mental Capacity Act does not impose a legal duty on anyone to ‘comply’ with the Code of Practice  – it should be viewed as guidance rather than direct instruction.  [True or False]

The Mental Capacity Act 2005 (MCA) says certain people must think about the code of practice when they act or make decisions on the other person’s behalf. Who does this apply to?   [Multiple choice]